Carne Asada
Posted June 26, 2008 – 11:10 am in: Beef, Tex-MexIngredients:
2 pounds flank or skirt steak
Olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Marinade:
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeño chile pepper, seeded and minced
1 teaspoon freshly ground cumin seed (best to lightly toast the seeds first, then grind them)
1 large handful fresh cilantro, leaves and stems, finely chopped (great flavour in the stems)
Kosher salt and [...]
Santa Fe Style Quinoa (Stuffed Red Peppers)
Posted February 8, 2007 – 2:39 pm in: Tex-Mex, VegetableIngredients:
4 whole red peppers (cut off tops, dice the tops and set aside)
2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2-3 cloves of garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon green jalapeno pepper, chopped
1 medium zucchini chopped
1 cup tomatoes, chopped
2/3 cup corn
3 tablespoons butter
2 cups quinoa
1 small can of black beans, drained
1 ½ teaspoon oregano
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin powder
salt to [...]
No Comments | Tags:Chile Pepper Tomato Salsa
Posted November 23, 2006 – 10:55 pm in: Condiments, Mexican, Sauces, Snacks, Tex-MexIngredients:
6 large tomatoes, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 large red onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a non-reactive bowl and toss well.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Technorati Tags: recipes, Tex-Mex. [...]
1 Comment | Tags:Fire ’n Suds Chili
Posted October 28, 2006 – 4:15 pm in: Beef, One Pot Meals, Tex-MexSERVES 8
Ingredients:
6 slices thick bacon, julienned
3 lb boneless beef chuck steak, cubed
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
2 tbsp finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp oregano, crumbled
2 tsp ground ancho chile pepper
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground allspice
1 28 oz can diced tomatoes
1 28 oz can kidney beans, [...]
Fresh Lime Salsa
Posted October 22, 2006 – 8:17 pm in: Condiments, Tex-MexIngredients:
1 cup diced jicama
1 orange peeled and coarsely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1 green onion, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons of lime zest, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 teaspoon sugar
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and toss to mix.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour
Serve with grilled chicken or fish
Spicy Mini Corn Muffins with Cheese
Posted October 4, 2006 – 9:03 pm in: Appetizers, Baking, Bread, Side Dish, Tex-MexMakes 2 – 3 dozen
Ingredients
1 jalapeno pepper
1 small onion, quartered
1/2 medium red bell pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheese, jack or old Cheddar
3/4 cup Yellow Cornmeal
1 cup Flour
1/3 cup sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup Milk
1 egg, beaten
2 Tablespoons melted shortening, or bacon fat
Directions
Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees F. Grease mini muffin [...]
No Comments | Tags:Delicious barbecue burger recipes
Posted June 6, 2006 – 8:32 am in: BBQ, Beef, Greek, Tex-Mex(NC)—Looking for a quick and easy way to liven up your burgers this summer? Here are two terrific recipes you can try on the barbecue. And safe? You bet, says Health Canada, as long as you cook the centre of your burger to a temperature of 71ºC (160ºF). Use an instant-read food thermometer to make [...]
No Comments | Tags:Cincinnati Five Way Chili
Posted January 21, 2006 – 4:25 pm in: Main Dish, Tex-MexThis recipe is closely guarded in Cincinnati, “Chili Capitol of the US.” Served originally by Greek immigrants in the 1920’s. There are now franchises, particularly the Skyline Chili Parlours, which serve a great Five-Way chili. Five way chili is a one-plate lunch or dinner. Once you get the hang of it, it is easy to [...]
No Comments | Tags:Cajun chili
Posted January 18, 2006 – 10:24 pm in: Beef, Cajun, Main Dish, Tex-Mex* 1 lb lean ground beef* 1 large can of diced tomatoes (I like the kind with herbs), undrained* 1 large can of red kidney beans, drained* 1 green bell pepper diced* Garlic, onion powder, basil to taste* Cajun spice to taste* Flour (optional)
In large skillet, brown beef well. Add garlic, onion powder, and basil. [...]